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'''Sake''' (酒) is an alcoholic beverage of [[Japan]]ese origin made from fermented rice, it is | '''Sake''' (酒) is an alcoholic beverage of [[Japan]]ese origin made from fermented rice, for which reason it is classified as a type of {{Wiki|rice wine}}.<ref name="Sake Flask">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' – [[Database: Sake Flask]]</ref> | ||
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Modern production methods of sake have remained largely unchanged since the 16th century. The production process is simple, first steamed rice is mixed with {{Wiki|Kōji (food)|kōji}} mold to break down starch into [[sugar]], and yeast to ferment the sugar into alcohol. This process, repeated in stages, creates a mash called {{Wiki|ja:もろみ|moromi}}, which is then pressed to extract the sake. A typical moromi yields a 20% alcohol proof byproduct.<ref name="Sake Production">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' – [[Database: Sake Production]]</ref> | Modern production methods of sake have remained largely unchanged since the 16th century. The production process is simple, first steamed rice is mixed with {{Wiki|Kōji (food)|kōji}} mold to break down starch into [[sugar]], and yeast to ferment the sugar into alcohol. This process, repeated in stages, creates a mash called {{Wiki|ja:もろみ|moromi}}, which is then pressed to extract the sake. A typical moromi yields a 20% alcohol proof byproduct.<ref name="Sake Production">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' – [[Database: Sake Production]]</ref> | ||
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*''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' | *''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' {{1st}} | ||
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' | *''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:14, 15 August 2025
Sake (酒) is an alcoholic beverage of Japanese origin made from fermented rice, for which reason it is classified as a type of rice wine.[1]
Production[edit | edit source]
Modern production methods of sake have remained largely unchanged since the 16th century. The production process is simple, first steamed rice is mixed with kōji mold to break down starch into sugar, and yeast to ferment the sugar into alcohol. This process, repeated in stages, creates a mash called moromi, which is then pressed to extract the sake. A typical moromi yields a 20% alcohol proof byproduct.[2]
Cultural significance[edit | edit source]
In medieval Japan, sake was an important part of social and political life. It was shared during visits, private meetings, and gatherings among friends, as well as at imperial banquets following major ceremonies. For samurai, drinking sake from unglazed cups called kawarake symbolized loyalty between master and vassal. Sake was also central to events like Lunar New Year celebrations and family successions, with so many kawarake used that large numbers have been found at former samurai homes.[2] Before serving, sake was typically kept in tokkuri, or sake flasks, which were small porcelain or earthenware bottles that would be heated before being served into sakazuki sipping cups.[1]
Appearances[edit | edit source]
- Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple (first appearance)
- Assassin's Creed: Shadows